Find free activities, events and places to visit this Christmas in and around Adelaide.
Christmas is such a special time for families, but it can also be an expensive time too. We are fortunate in Adelaide to have many free, local community events at this special time of year hosted by local councils, community groups and churches.
Listed below are some ideas for families looking for Christmas activities that won’t break the bank!
You can’t miss the Giant Christmas Tree in the City and be sure to take a stroll through Adelaide Arcade which is always beautiful. North Terrace is always a lovely walk day or night, and at the State Library you can visit the largest indoor Christmas tree in the Mortlock wing.
Check out our Christmas Lights Guide for some of the best streets around Adelaide to visit, and be sure to attend your local Christmas Pageant or Carols event – many this year are also screening Christmas movies too. Take along your own picnic so you won’t need to buy food or drinks.
If you have any other budget friendly activities for families this Christmas share them in the comments below, or send an email our way to hello@playandgo.com.au
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Loxton Lights Festival | Christmas in Loxton | 30 Nov – 31 Dec 2024
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Santaland | Myer Adelaide | Christmas Express Train
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Christkindlmarkt | Hahndorf Christmas Markets | 13-15 Dec 2024
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Mount Barker Carols & Fireworks | 7 Dec 2024
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Christmas in Rundle Mall | Giant Santas, Giant Bell Swings & Entertainment
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Adelaide Christmas Pageant Guide | South Australian Pageants
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Christmas Lights Guide 2024 | Best Streets to See Christmas Lights around Adelaide
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Christmas In The Square | Henley Beach | 1 Dec 2024
Join the Christmas fun at Henley Square for a night of carols, food, kids activities, fireworks and more. Pre-show entertainment ...
Santa Course | Christmas in the City of Adelaide & Rundle Mall
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Hallett Cove Community Carols | 6 Dec 2024
The Hallett Cove Community Carols event 'Christmas by the Sea' has been an institution for over 20 years. Join the ...
Southern Community Christmas Carols | Noarlunga | 15 Dec 2024
Get ready to jingle all the way at The Southern Community Christmas Carols. Go along to the South Adelaide Football ...
Stirling Carols On The Lawn | 7 Dec 2024
Enjoy Carols On The Lawn in Stirling on Saturday 7 December 2024. There will be family fun from 5pm with ...
Adelaide Christmas Markets Guide 2024
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Adelady Christmas Village | Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga | 13 & 14 Dec 2024
The Adelady Christmas Village will return to Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga this December. The Adelady Christmas Village is the place to be ...
Playford Community Carols | Elizabeth | 7 Dec 2024
Following a record-breaking event in 2023, the biggest outdoor concert of the year returns to Fremont Park on Saturday 7 ...
Carols in the Park | Prospect Memorial Gardens | 6 Dec 2024
Prospect Lions Club are thrilled to bring back this beloved annual event in December 2024 at Prospect Memorial Gardens. With ...
Gawler Christmas Carols | Pioneer Park | 7 Dec 2024
Take the family along for a night of Christmas carols and food stalls at the Gawler APEX Community Christmas Carols ...
Christmas at Burnside Village | Christmas Display & Photos with Santa
Father Christmas will be at Burnside Village once again for photos, plus there are beautiful decorations all around the centre ...
Adelaide Christmas Carols Guide | South Australia
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Salisbury Community Christmas Carols | 7 Dec 2024
Celebrate the festive season at the Salisbury Community Christmas Carols in Carisbrooke Park. This free family-friendly event is set to ...
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Carols at Kingswood Oval | City of Mitcham | 30 Nov 2024
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Find the Christmas Elves | Norwood | 1 Nov – 31 Dec 2024
The enchanting Christmas elves have returned to the City of Norwood, Payneham and St Peters (NPSP) ready to sprinkle magic ...
Len Doof’s Christmas Light Show | Salisbury North | 1 Dec 2024
Family and friends of the late great Len Doof are getting together one final time to set Salisbury North alight ...
Norwood Twilight Carols | Stepney | 7 Dec 2024
Enjoy twilight carols in an open-air concert under the stars that will have everyone singing along to their favourite Christmas ...
Giant Christmas Tree at the Mortlock | State Library of South Australia
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Riverbank Christmas Lights Display | City of West Torrens | Opens 24 Nov 2024
The iconic Riverbank Christmas Display, formerly known as the West End Brewery Riverbank Christmas Lights Display, lights up from November ...
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